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Welcome to the relaunched Health and Social Care e-bulletin. This bulletin provides updates on a range of issues and is essential reading for those working in health and social care in Fife's third sector.
If you have any news that you'd like us to highlight on our website and in this bulletin, please submit it here.
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At FVA, we are dedicated to empowering carers and enhancing the wellbeing of our community. We invite everyone who works at management level in a carers' providers organisation in Fife's third sector to take our Carers' Providers Survey and share your views with carers in Fife.
The survey gives providers an excellent opportunity to communicate to carers, who have voiced their wants, needs and concerns and are seeking understanding and clarification on key issues.
This survey serves as a bridge between the Carers' Providers Forum and the Carers' Forum, highlighting our commitment to communication and collaboration in supporting local carers.
We encourage you to take part as your feedback is instrumental in driving positive change.
Please note: Only those working at management level in a carers' providers organisation in the third sector can take the survey.
Click here to complete the survey.
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We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide high quality support to the organisation.
The postholder will provide a range of administrative services as well as organising meetings, taking minutes, producing articles of the website, supporting staff, and adhering to the office checklist.
If you're willing to learn, work in a team, are organised, and have good communication skills, we'd love to hear from you!
Click here for the job description, person specification, employee benefits, and how to apply.
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Carers' Providers Forum
Tuesday 03 December, 10.00-12.00, Caledonia House Glenrothes
We'll hear from a range of speakers about ongoing work:
- Kenny Murphy, Chief Executive of FVA, will deliver an update from the Integrated Joint Board (IJB)
- Scott Fissenden, Change and Improvement Manager, Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, will share updates
- Ashley Paul will present on power of attorney
- Iain Stevenson from the SW Assistant Team will present on supporting unpaid carers
- We have just launched our Carers' Providers Survey (click here to take the survey) which we will discuss as a group)
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Mental Health Forum
Thursday 05 December, 2.00-4.00, Caledonia House Glenrothes
Membership of the Forum is open to all staff and trustees with constituted third sector organisations operating in the Fife area in the field of health and social care (i.e. it's not just for organisations that focus entirely on mental health).
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Health and Social Care Forum
Thursday 12 December, 10.00-12.00, Caledonia House Glenrothes
Our forum in December will be host to a special Mental Health Awareness at Work training session from Healthy Working Lives. This course would suit managers/supervisors who are interested in exploring mental health and wellbeing and finding out how both can be supported at work.
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Fife Befriending Forum
Thursday 19 December, 10.00-12.00, Hybrid/Caledonia House Glenrothes
The forum is open to all new and existing services delivering befriending provision within Fife. The Befriending Forum is an opportunity for members to share learning, develop positive working relationships, and gain support. At this Hybrid event, we will take some time to network and to get to know our Befriending colleagues across Fife.
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Peer Support Network Celebration
Friday 29 November, 12.00-3.00, Caledonia House Glenrothes
We are delighted to once again be hosting our annual Peer Support Network Celebration and hope many of you will be able to join us. We'll be recognising the people championing Peer in Fife, hear from different speakers, and have the opportunity to connect with network members.
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Peer Support Network Co-reflection
Tuesday 10 December, 11.00-12.30, New Volunteer House Kirkcaldy
The Fife Peer Support Network hosts a bi-monthly (one every two month) co-reflection groups for people practising peer support in Fife, whether formally or informally, in paid or voluntary roles, or with groups or individuals.
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Fife Medical Equipment Amnesty
Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, NHS Fife, and Fife Council have launched a campaign to encourage people to return their walking aids and equipment so they can be refurbished and used again.
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Winter Preparedness Toolkit
The Scottish Government have prepared advice and guidance to make sure the people of Scotland have the help and support they need.
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Telecare Scam Calls Awareness
Trading Standards Scotland have reported a number of telecare scam calls to those who use a telecare community alarm.
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Other Training Opportunities
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Deafblind Scotland - Introduction to Deafblind Awareness
Thursday 28 November, 10.00-12.00, online
Do you want to learn how to support a deafblind individual? Would like to gain further knowledge and skills? Touching More Lives is a project delivered by Deafblind Scotland members who share their lived experience, to increase awareness of deafblindness.
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Working with Grief and Suicidal Ideation - Cruse Scotland
Thursday 28 November, 9.30-12.00, online
This session explores the unique challenges of working with clients who are grieving and express the wish to end their own lives. They will discuss strategies and tools to identify risk while supporting these clients in a compassionate and safe therapeutic environment.
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Fife Carers Centre - Communicating with Dementia
Thursday 28 November, 9.30-1.00, Cupar
At this informal session you will learn about how to connect and communicate, how to enjoy your time together, and how to cope with the difficulties dementia can bring.
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Fife Carers Centre - Take a Walk in their Shoes
Monday 02 December, 9.30-1.00, Kirkcaldy
This is an information session to give you a practical understanding of dementia, including how it affects the way a person sees and interacts with the world, and how to cope with the changes you see in the person you care for.
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It's Not Fair - Cruse Scotland
Thursday 05 December, 9.30-12.00, online
This training course is designed to help educators, youth workers, and childcare professionals develop skills and confidence in supporting bereaved children and young people.
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Dunfermline churches are providing a great range of warm, welcoming cafes over the winter period. Many of them are free/donations welcomed, and some offer a low-cost menu.
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Flu & COVID Vaccination Pop Ups
NHS FIfe is hosting Flu & COVID Vaccination
Pop Ups. There's no requirement for an appointment but please check your eligibility before attending.
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The cafe Zest in St Andrews is collaborating with ADHD Dundee & Angus to bring a new support group to North East Fife.
The group is open to anyone aged 18+ who has, or think they have, ADHD at any stage of their journey.
The group starts on Monday 02 December 2024.
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Thursday 28 November, 2.00-3.00, St Andrew
OnFife is hosting a dementia-friendly Moments in Time session at St Andrews Museum. This group is a great opportunity for those living with dementia to share their experiences, thoughts, and feelings.
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Thursday 28 November, 4.30-5.30, Kirkcaldy
Reclaim the Night: Let's Walk is an opportunity for people to come together to be seen and to raise their voices about women's rights, gender inequality, and violence against women.
After the march there will be an in-person event to discuss gender inequality and violence against women - Reclaim the Night: Let's Talk 2024
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Thursday 28 November, 10.00-12.00, St Andrews
SDS Options want to hear from people who need assistance from another person, carers who have experienced SDS or would like to find out more about SDS and their entitlement to a break and personal assistant support or training.
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Monday 02 December, 1.30-3.30, Kirkcald
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and chat about neurodiversity while getting to know others who share a passion for this important topic.
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Thursday 05 December, 11.00-2.00, Glenrothes
Come and meet the community services working in Glenrothes to find out what support is available to local people.
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Tuesday 10 December, 2.00-6.00, Glenrothes
This is a great opportunity to connect with services and community groups from across Fife that provide vital support to individuals and communities throughout the festive season.
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Volant Charitable Trust Small Grants Programme
The Trust prioritises organisations that are particularly addressing poverty and deprivation, helping to support vulnerable groups who are most affected, with an emphasis on women, children and young people.
Closing date: 18 December 2024
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Peter Harrison Foundation - Active Lives
Small and major grants are available for organisations providing opportunities for personal or skills development through participation in physical activity in the most disadvantaged areas in the UK.
Closing date: 01 January 2025
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Warburtons Community Grants
Warburtons provides small grants to support charitable organisations towards broader activities which improve health, place or skills for families in their community.
Closing date: 03 February 2025
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Triodos Bank - Crowdfunding
Triodos help charities, social enterprises, and community groups connect directly with investors to raise finance.
Closing date: apply any time
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The Robertson Trust - Large Grants
Large Grants are for registered charities working in Scotland with an annual income of over £200,000 and up to £2 million, that support people who are experiencing (or are at high risk of experiencing) poverty and trauma.
Closing date: apply any time
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Support Team Required
Support Advisor - 25 hours per week, £15.00 per hour
Personal Assistants - various contracts available, £12.00 per hour
Closing date: apply any time
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